The narration of the facts is history; the narration of the facts with the meaning of the facts is doctrine. "Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried"--that is history. "He loved me and gave Himself for me"--that is doctrine. Such was the Christianity of the primitive Church.
John Gresham MachenAbout author
- Author's profession: Theologian
- Nationality: american
- Born: July 28, 1881
- Died: January 1, 1937
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